ASPEN ALTERNATIVELuxury Super Yacht for Charter

The luxury super yacht ASPEN ALTERNATIVE offers accommodation for 10 guests in 5 cabins consisting of a master stateroom with a king size bed and bathroom facilities including a bath, a shower and lavatory. Further guest accommodation is also available in another 4 cabins.

ASPEN ALTERNATIVE also accommodates up to 9 crew on-board to ensure you have a relaxed luxurious charter experience and all of your needs are catered for while on board.

The specifications on board the beautifully built 164 ft / 50 m Trinity Yachts launched in 2010 and later refit in 2016 include air conditioning, At anchor (0 speed) stabilisers for a smooth ride by counteracting roll caused by waves or wind as well as an extensive list of amenities and toys.

Whether you should choose to charter in the Bahamas, North America, the Caribbean or Other Areas the luxury super yacht ASPEN ALTERNATIVE and her crew of 9 will be sure to satisfy all of your needs and make sure you enjoy your experience.

BBQ

Bicycles multiple

Coffee machine

Deck shower

Exercise equipment

Ice maker

Jacuzzi in master cabin

Jacuzzi on deck

Sun cushions

Sun loungers

Swim platform

Water maker

Bud Stein

Captain

Bud was born in Detroit Michigan He moved to Ft. Lauderdale 30 years ago, starting his yachting career as a deck hand on a large motor sailor. He has worked on both private and charter yachts of more than 50 meters. Bud has a long and successful charter record in the Mediterranean, Bahamas, Caribbean, and East Coast US. These travels have provided him the knowledge to navigate all the client’s needs and desires. His calm and professional demeanor, has Aspen Alternatives clients, owners and guests, looking forward to their next adventure! His experience and education allowed him to obtain his Master 3000-ton MCA/USCG all ocean endorsed licenses. In his spare time, he likes to fish on his custom-made skiff and golf. Bud is fluent in Spanish. English and advanced Italian.

Michael Boyle

First Officer

Michael Boyle have been in the yachting industry since 2008. He first started as a seasonal steward whilst at University and from then he knew that yachting was for him. Michael has continued in yachting full time since 2012 as a deckhand and mostly recently progressed from Bosun to currently the First Mate. Michael has also just recently passed his Officer of the Watch exam. He has worked on several private and charter yachts from 40m to 165m giving him wealth of knowledge and experience. Before yachting, Michael worked aboard a factory fishing trawler in Africa where he realized his love and appreciation for the sea. He enjoys jet skiing, diving, travelling, keeping fit and going to gym regularly. Michael is keen to exploring different cultures which include enjoying different cuisines, art, fashion and movies. He is also a husband and father and his favorite pass time is being with his family.

Tashawana "Tasha" Allen

Chief Engineer

Tasha was born in Jamaica in a small town known as May Pen in the parish of Clarendon.
She is a license class 111 commercial engineer who studied at the Caribbean Maritime University in Kingston, Jamaica. Her commercial background of 5 years along with her 4 years of experience in the yachting industry has gain her a place on board Aspen Alternative. Tasha’s admiration for her dad who is an auto mechanic has played a big part in her decision making of becoming an engineer. She’s very hands-on and takes a lot of pride in her job and her responsibilities. Tasha is very proud of her engine room and is always open to showing it off to anyone who wishes to see it.
She’s a very adventurous individual who enjoys road trips, hiking, exploring, driving fast cars, enjoys playing soccer, cricket and for her music is life. She is very polite and welcoming and is always positive in her attitude. Her native language is English, but she also speaks introductory Spanish.

Kasia Niemier

Chief Stewardess

Kasia is from the southwestern area of Poland, more precisely called Lower Silesia. Her primary school education prepared her to work in administration. She decided to follow her desire to explore the French language and culture, obtaining her master’s degree in French Grammar. Kasia is fluent in French, English, and Polish. With her knowledge of the French language and culture. She was employed by a French company in Poland, as a translator and assistant to the CEO. Two years later she was employed at the Radisson Limerick, Ireland, as a waitress. She settled down in France for eight years, where she was a manager on a rooftop terrace bar, at the Radisson Hotel in Cannes. Her 10 years of hospitality background in 4- and 5-stars establishment opened the doors to her yachting career. After four seasons working on yachts, in the beautiful Mediterranean Sea, she was lucky enough to cross the Atlantic where her new adventures began. One of which was joining the team of “Aspen Alternative”, now in her second year!

Lee Burke

Chef

Lee has been a chef for over 10 years working in estates and yachts for clients around the world. His client list includes famous names, as well as Royal Dignitaries. His passion for fresh flavors using the best ingredients shows in each plate of food he serves. He’s happy to work with all dietary requirements and loves creating new flavors with exotic ingredients.
His specialty is fresh Mediterranean food, including homemade pasta, vibrant salads and delicious grilled proteins. His ability to adapt to our client’s preferences and seeing them enjoying his food is the reason he loves his job. In his down time Lee loves to fly, currently working towards his private pilot’s license in Florida

Jamie Gutierrez

Bosun/2nd Engineer

Jaime grew up in Orange County California, Costa Mesa. During the summer he worked with his father maintaining the local yachts at the marina, Lido Peninsula. In 2001 he had the opportunity to be a deck hand on 80-foot North coast. For six years they local traveled on the Southern California coast. Then from 2012 to 2018 he worked his way up to being lead deck/Bosun on the 66m Feadship (Vanish). During this time, he traveled throughout the west coast USA and did several Med seasons. Visiting Spain, Italy, France, Croatia, Montenegro, England and Holland. With extensive travels throughout the Caribbean. Jaime with his soft-spoken pleasant demeanor and fantastic work ethic, will assure readiness for all the outdoor activities. Jaime is fluent in English and Spanish.

Rogelio Flores

Deckhand

Rogelio better known as “Roger”. Roger comes from a family of sport fisherman, his father was a pioneer in the area of Mexico, Bara de Navidad on the Pacific Ocean. Their boat the “Mary Chuy” is still operating a successful charter business. Roger started at an early age to work with his family, providing their clients the best fishing experience possible. He has worked on some of the finest private and charter yachts from Europe to Alaska. Getting rave reviews from owners and clients, always there with a smile and desire to make our guests feel at home! Roger is fluent in English and Spanish.

Anyuta Kornienko

2nd Stewardess

Anyuta is from Western Ukraine. She graduated the National Chernivtsi University with a teaching degree of foreign languages, she speaks fluent English, German and Russian. Using her degree as a teacher of language she taught German for almost two years at the local university. When a friend recommended yachting to her, she was offered a position to join the 145 m yacht “Topaz” in the Middle East. Her tenure with the owners, the Royal Family was 4 years. Working quickly through the ranks, she was leading the group of stewardesses and was responsible for organizing, improving and supporting team. Anyuta enjoys in her spare time read, hiking, enjoy time with friend and traveling to exotic destinations! She is looking forward to making the guests stay on Aspen Alternative a memorable experience!

Amelia Shand

Stewardess

Amelia grew up on a farm, in the province of Mpumalanga, teaching her the meaning of hard work in everyday life. Amelia’s Father taught her the importance of travelling and experiencing different cultures, and so, after obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Tourism, she has been travelling ever since. She has backpacked through numerous countries in Europe, volunteered for 6 months in the Ecuadorian Rain Forest and Galapagos, worked on Travelling Carnivals all around America, and now working on her career in Yachting. Amelia enjoys reading, taking spontaneous trips, hiking and great food!